Staff Software Engineer - Benefits Platform (Remote)
About the Role
We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join our Benefits Advisory team at Gusto. This remote Staff Software Engineer position focuses on driving architectural improvements to our benefits platform, transitioning Gusto into an AI-native company. You will design and build platform capabilities that enable customers to explore, apply for, and maintain their benefits efficiently.
What You'll Do
- Architect and evolve our customer-facing web platforms with a focus on scale, performance, and AI-driven personalization.
- Design, build, and maintain shared services to enable rapid iteration on product offerings.
- Implement and optimize key workflows for a best-in-class customer experience.
- Write high-quality, well-tested code across the stack, leveraging AI-powered tools to accelerate development and improve reliability.
- Support, mentor, and up-level fellow engineers on the team, establishing best practices for AI-native design patterns.
- Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, and Operations to translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Contribute to the technical roadmap for your area of the Benefits Advisory platform, ensuring alignment with Gusto's AI-native strategy.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience building scalable full-stack web applications with expertise in both frontend (React, TypeScript) and backend (API development, data modeling).
- Experience applying AI tools to accelerate full-stack development and improve code quality.
- Deep experience building modern and accessible frontend applications with technologies such as React, TypeScript, and Next.js.
- Deep experience with backend API development, data modeling, and database design.
- Experience in CI/CD and observability.
- Ability to act as a thought partner for both technical and business teams.
- A balance of pragmatic execution and long-term architectural thinking.
Nice to Have
- Hands-on experience designing or implementing product experiences incorporating ML/AI.
- Experience with generative AI or LLMs, particularly in applications related to content personalization.
- Familiarity with building in React and Ruby on Rails.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary ranging from $185,000 to $275,000 based on location and experience.
- Flexible remote work options with a focus on work-life balance.
- Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
- A diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
- Support for employees' personal and professional growth.
This Staff Software Engineer role at Gusto offers a unique opportunity to work on an AI-native benefits platform, with a competitive salary and flexible remote work.
Who Will Succeed Here
Proficient in React and TypeScript with a strong understanding of state management libraries like Redux, enabling the development of scalable user interfaces for the benefits platform.
Demonstrates a proactive approach to remote work, effectively managing time and tasks while collaborating with cross-functional teams using tools like Slack and Jira to maintain transparency and productivity.
Experienced in API Development and Data Modeling, with a mindset geared towards leveraging machine learning techniques to enhance user experience and operational efficiency in benefits management.
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